La Union

Not to be confused with La Unión , a department in El Salvador.

La Union , also known as L.U. in short, is a province in the Ilocos region of the Philippines .

With the end of rail service in the 1980s, the only main way of reaching La Union is by bus or car. There is one airport at San Fernando, but has no commercial passenger service.

There is frequent bus service along the Manila North Road corridor, but other parts of L.U. are only served by occasional jeepneys. Getting around by car is recommended.

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Baluarte Watch Tower .

This rotund structure built along the shore in Luna during the Pre-Spanish time was used as look-out point for impending attacks by pirates.

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Luna Watchtower .

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Baroro Bridge Marker .

The siege of Baroro in Bacnotan started the operation to liberate San Fernando. This marked the first victory of the Luzon Guerrillas over a Japanese armed unit before the American Liberation forces landed on Luzon. The marker stands at the southern approach of the bridge approximately 14 kilometers north of San Fernando.

( updated Oct 2020 )

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Learn to surf on the black volcanic sand beaches of La Union. While the waves aren't Hawaii by any stretch of the imagination, the gently sloping beaches provide a steady supply of trainer waves. Seasoned surfers will yawn and stay in the bar. You can also enjoy beaches in San Fernando like in the 5-star Thunderbird resort, Sea Park and you can also go shopping at Manna Mall and CSI.

Go Diving! .

Honduran staples such as baleadas, plato típico, and grilled meats are available at local comedores and restaurants in La Union. Street food options include tamales, pastelitos, and fried plantains. Fresh tropical fruit juices are widely available. Dining options are modest but offer authentic local flavours at affordable prices.

You can enjoy drinking in bars while singing in a local videoke.

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Thunderbird Resort Poro Point ,

VOA Compound, Pennsylvania Avenue ,

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+63 72 888-7777 .

A/C rooms equipped with LCD TV, free Wi-Fi access, coffee and tea maker. Some of its facilities and services are restaurant, pool bar and swimming pool.

From ₱4687.50 .

Plaza hotel: Located at the City Proper near 7-Eleven

Local shops and markets in La Union sell everyday goods, fresh produce, and handicrafts. The weekly market day is the best time to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, and household items. Basic supplies and locally produced goods are available from small family-run stores throughout the town.

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